Occupational Health Advisor

Business Area: Nestlé UK&I

Location: York Office (Hybrid with essential travel to our York Office)

Attractive salary

Working Pattern – 4 days per week

Some of our fantastic benefits:

•           Potential annual bonus

•           Generous pension scheme

•           Up to 12 flexible days on top of 25-day holiday entitlement (pro rata)

•           2 paid volunteering days

Position Summary  

An exciting permanent opportunity has emerged to join our in-house Occupational Health team, which is part of the Nestlé Health and Wellbeing function for the UK & Ireland. We emphasise quality over quantity, ensuring that we consistently provide appropriate levels of support.

A typical day usually includes four referral appointments and one remote pre-placement.

While the role primarily involves working from home, there will be travel to our Head Office in York that is essential, as well as some ad hoc travel to various site locations across the UK.

About the Team

You will be joining a dedicated, nurse led team consisting of five Occupational Health Nurse Advisors, complemented by Occupational Health Administration Staff. Clinical leadership is provided by the Occupational Health Manager, alongside additional remote support from our contracted Occupational Physician service. Our services are further enhanced by structured counselling through the Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) and physiotherapy services available via a trusted third-party network.

Your Impact

• Manage occupational health cases with professionalism and efficiency, demonstrating the ability to influence and drive positive change through strong case management skills.


• Conduct telephone-based assessments, and when appropriate, face-to-face work-based assessments. This includes adhering to planned schedules for clinical triage, booked appointments, meetings, project work, and training and development. 

Technology and Tools

We use OPAS G2, a cloud-based occupational health software system, to efficiently manage referrals and appointments. Our automated booking system enhances operational efficiency, while advanced telephone software and Microsoft Teams facilitate effective remote communication.  

Your ingredients for success

• Registration to practice as a nurse in the UK.


• A recognised Occupational Health Nurse qualification either a diploma in Occupational Health or an Occupational Health Degree (specialist community public health nursing) .


• Experience working in an Occupational Health Setting.


• Strong case management experience and ability to collaborate with key stakeholders, HR, safety teams.


• Experience using technology to support managing cases.


• Proficient in using Microsoft Office including Word, Excel and Outlook.

Work Environment and Equipment

We provide all necessary equipment for remote work, including a laptop, second monitor, mobile phone, headset, keyboard and mouse. You will also have the option to work from our serviced offices, which feature an onsite gym and restaurant.

Onboarding and Induction

You will be supported with a comprehensive induction plan lasting 1 month, designed to ensure your seamless integration into the Nestlé family as well continual on the job support.

What you need to know

Advert closing date: 22.06.2026

We will be considering candidates as they apply and we will occasionally close job advertisements early in the event we receive sufficient applicants, so please don’t delay in submitting your application. To find out more about your recruitment journey with Nestle: Recruitment Journey | Nestlé UK & Ireland.

We take pride in championing inclusion and diversity. We proudly signed the Business in the Community Race at Work Charter, are committed to Disability Confidence, and have been recognised as a Times Top 50 Employer for gender equality for three consecutive years. Additionally, we are a headline partner of Diversity and Inclusion in grocery.

At Nestlé, our values are rooted in respect and we believe that embracing diversity and fostering an inclusive environment allows everyone to reach their full potential and drives innovative thinking. We strongly encourage applications from individuals of all gender identities, ethnic backgrounds, those with disabilities, parents, carers and members of the LGBT+ community. Please let us know if we can provide accommodations to ensure your full participation in the application process.

To find out more about Nestle’s commitment to DEI: Nestlé's Commitment to a Diverse and Inclusive Workplace.